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Kostas Raptis is a reporter living in Heraklion, Crete, where he covers the fast-moving world of AI and smart technology. He first discovered the island in 2016 and never quite forgot it—finally making the move in 2022. Now based in the city he once only dreamed of calling home, Kostas brings a curious eye and a human touch to the stories shaping our digital future.

Heraklion to Get a New Underground Car Park with 500 Lots

2024-12-17 by Kostas Raptis

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Heraklion’s underground car park project on Dimokratias Avenue has restarted, aiming to create 500 parking spaces and ease city congestion.

Hilton’s Ambitious Growth in Egypt for 2025 and Beyond

2024-12-17 by Kostas Raptis

Hilton Cairo Nile Maadi

Hilton will significantly grow its presence in Egypt, with 25 new hotels planned. This move will increase the company’s operations in Egypt to over 40 hotels over the next few years. The expansion is highlighted by several firsts, including the debut of Hilton’s Tapestry Collection and Curio Collection brands in the region. Prominent openings include […]

Kalamata Airport Signs 40-Year Deal with Fraport for Operations

2024-12-11 by Kostas Raptis

Kalamata Airport

Fraport AG secures a 40-year concession to operate Kalamata Airport, modernizing infrastructure and boosting Peloponnese tourism by 2025.

Quest Is AllFly’s Answer to Chaotic Event Travel

2024-12-10 by Kostas Raptis

AllFly

Quest by AllFly is a tool for managing event travel. Simplify group bookings, cut costs, and streamline logistics with ease.

Air France-KLM’s New Tech Takeoff

2024-12-04 by Kostas Raptis

Air France-KLM

Air France-KLM partners with Google Cloud to revamp data strategy, enhance customer experience, and push innovation with generative AI.

How Soon Will the Upcoming Souda Port Passenger Station Welcome Travellers?

2024-12-03 by Kostas Raptis

The new Souda Port Passenger Station project in Chania, Crete, aims to upgrade passenger facilities with a €12.29M budget. Will it deliver?

The new Souda Port Passenger Station project in Chania, Crete, aims to upgrade passenger facilities with a €12.29M budget. Will it deliver?

Chania Installs Life-saving AEDs at Athletic Venues

2024-12-02 by Kostas Raptis

Chania Installs Life-saving AEDs at Athletic Venues

Chania installs automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in sports facilities with training to ensure lifesaving readiness.

Flying High in Tanzania: Çelebi Aviation Teams Up with Turkish Airlines

2024-11-30 by Kostas Raptis

Çelebi Aviation

Çelebi Aviation partners with Turkish Airlines to bolster services in Dar Es Salaam, marking a milestone in African operations.

Set Your Reminders for Hopper’s Travel Tuesday Deals

2024-11-29 by Kostas Raptis

Hopper's Travel Tuesday on December 3 brings up to 50% off deals on flights, hotels, and destinations worldwide.

Hopper’s Travel Tuesday on December 3 brings up to 50% off deals on flights, hotels, and destinations worldwide.

LinkedIn’s Overhyped Potential for Hotel Pages: A Reality Check

2024-11-28 by Kostas Raptis

LinkedIn Marketing for Hotel Success

LinkedIn claims to build “trust and credibility.” For hotels? Not so much. Here’s why the hype doesn’t hold up.

Greek Hoteliers Take on Booking.com in Landmark Legal Battle

2024-11-26 by Kostas Raptis

Greek Hoteliers Take on Booking.com in Landmark Legal Battle

Greek hoteliers file lawsuits against Booking.com, citing financial losses from alleged illegal practices. Freedom in pricing strategies sparks industry-wide debate.

New Thessaloniki Metro Stations to Display Ancient Archaeological Artefacts

2024-11-24 by Kostas Raptis

Fountain Station, East Cemetery

Thessaloniki’s metro blends historical treasures with modern transit, uncovering 300,000 artefacts during its €3 billion construction.

Cloudwards Reveals Global and European Christmas Travel Trends 2024

2024-11-23 by Kostas Raptis

Christmas travel illustration

Christmas travel trends 2024 reveal a preference for festive wonderlands filled with tradition, with London and Vienna leading the way.

American Airlines Technology Calls Out Line-Jumpers During Holiday Chaos

2024-11-22 by Kostas Raptis

American Airlines technology illustration

American Airlines technology now enforces boarding rules, embarrassing line-jumpers at airports nationwide during peak holiday travel.

How to Access Delta Sky Club® Lounges

2024-11-22 by Kostas Raptis

Delta Sky Club Lounges

Find out how to access Delta Sky Club lounges and discover the benefits of these calm, well-equipped airport spaces.

Turkish Airlines Expands Reach to Sydney

2024-11-22 by Kostas Raptis

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines sets sights on Sydney with a new one-stop service starting November 28, 2024, boosting Australia’s connectivity.

Santorini Leads Cycladic Island Tourism Revenue

2024-11-22 by Kostas Raptis

Santorini Leads Cycladic Island Tourism Revenue

Santorini dominates Cycladic tourism earnings, but revenues dip 9% YoY.

WTTC Net Zero Roadmap Report Highlights Progress in Travel Sector Climate Goals

2024-11-21 by Kostas Raptis

painting of flowing water on a plain

WTTC’s new Net Zero Roadmap highlights progress in travel sector climate goals and calls for greater action toward sustainable tourism.

Greece Farmers’ Markets Get an Overhaul

2024-11-18 by Kostas Raptis

vegetables at farmers' markets

Greece’s government is set to overhaul its farmers’ markets to accommodate farmers’ schedules and offer consumers more flexibility.

Travel Warning for Passengers Flying to Türkiye, Morocco, and Albania

2024-11-15 by Kostas Raptis

Travellers to Türkiye, Morocco, and Albania need printed boarding passes, as mobile passes aren’t accepted.

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